Health Care Assistant & Senior HCA | Nursing Home | Brighton, East Sussex

Health Care Assistants & Senior Night Health Care Assistant- Patcham Nursing Home, Brighton

Salary: £13.70 - £14.20 per hour + Weekend Enhancements
Hours: Full & Part-Time Hours Available
Location: Brighton, East Sussex

Join a Care Home Where People Matter

At Patcham Nursing Home, we believe great care starts with great people.

We're looking for caring, reliable and compassionate individuals to join our dedicated team. Whether you're an experienced carer or looking to build a rewarding career in care, you'll be joining a supportive home where residents are treated with dignity, staff are genuinely valued, and every day offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference.

Unlike larger care settings, our 30-bed home allows you the time to build real relationships with residents and provide truly person-centred care.

Every resident has their own private en-suite room, helping us create a calm, comfortable and homely environment where independence and wellbeing are at the heart of everything we do.

Current Opportunities Health Care Assistant – Nights

Fixed-Term Maternity Cover (6 Months)

• 36 hours per week
• £13.70 per hour + weekend enhancements

Health Care Assistant – Days

• 24–36 hours per week
• £13.70 per hour +weekend enhancements

Senior Night Health Care Assistant

• 36 hours per week
• £14.20 per hour + weekend enhancements
• Leadership responsibilities

Why Join Us?

✔ Friendly and supportive management team

✔ Small home with a genuine family atmosphere

✔ Residents are known as individuals, not room numbers

✔ Full training and structured induction

✔ Ongoing learning and development opportunities

✔ Career progression opportunities

✔ Stable staffing and consistent shift patterns

✔ Employee referral bonus scheme

✔ Meaningful work that genuinely changes lives

What You'll Do

As a valued member of our care team, you'll support residents to live comfortably, safely and with dignity.

You will assist with:

• Personal care and daily living activities
• Mobility and physical wellbeing
• Nutrition and hydration
• Dementia care and emotional wellbeing
• Nursing and palliative care support
• Companionship and meaningful engagement

You'll also:

• Monitor residents' wellbeing and report concerns
• Complete care records and documentation
• Work closely with nurses and colleagues
• Help maintain a safe, calm and welcoming environment

Senior Night Health Care Assistant

The Senior Night HCA role is ideal for an experienced carer ready to take the next step in their career.

Alongside providing excellent care, you will:

• Support and guide care staff during night shifts
• Assist with shift coordination and delegation
• Work closely with nurses to maintain high standards
• Help ensure the smooth and safe running of the home overnight
• Act as a positive role model for the wider team

About You - We are looking for people who are:

• Caring and compassionate
• Reliable and trustworthy
• Positive and team-focused
• Excellent communicators
• Passionate about supporting older people

Experience

• Previous care experience is desirable but not essential for Health Care Assistant roles
• Senior care experience is preferred for the Senior Night Health Care Assistant position

Most importantly, we're looking for people who share our values and genuinely care about making a difference.

What We Offer

• What We Offer
• Competitive hourly rates plus weekend pay enhancements
• Paid training and induction
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities
• Pension scheme (subject to eligibility)
• Employee referral bonus scheme:- £200 on joining, £300 after 1 year service (T&Cs apply)

Our Values

Everything we do is guided by our values: Kindness Dignity & Respect Calmness Creativity Responsibility

These values shape how we care for our residents and how we support one another as colleagues.

Apply Today

No CV? No problem.

Get in touch for an informal conversation about the role. careers@sdrgroup.co.uk or call 07484 482896

Important Information

These roles are not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must have the unrestricted right to work in the UK.

Successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check.

Closing Date: 15th June 2026

Early applications are encouraged as vacancies may close before the advertised closing date if suitable candidates are identified.